While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Standard Wauzers are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Unfortunately, the Basset Hound is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Playful
Independent
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Devoted
Lively
Trainable
Good-natured

Affectionate
Friendly
Sweet
Tempered
Devoted
Gentle
Tenacious

Standard Wauzers shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Basset Hounds are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Standard Schnauzer, Westie

basset d’artois, basset normand

Unknown

1500s

Hazel
Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Black
Brindle
Gray
White
Silver
Red

Pied
Black
White
Red
Brown

Standard Wauzers have medium-length coats.

Basset Hounds have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Wiry

Straight

A Standard Wauzer can have a litter of 4-8 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Basset Hound can have a litter of 10-12 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Standard Wauzers are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Basset Hounds are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Patellar Luxation
Von Willebrand's Disease
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Craniomandibular Osteopathy (Lion Jaw)
Myotonia Congenita

Gastric Torsion
Von Willebrand's Disease
Hypothyroidism
Thrombopathia

Eye Problems

Intervertebral Disc Disease
Glaucoma

X-Rays
Full Physical Examination
DNA for VWD

Eye
Blood
Skeletal
X-Rays
Physical Examination

Standard Wauzer has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Basset Hound has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Standard Wauzers sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Basset Hounds are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

Standard Wauzers are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

Basset Hounds are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Standard Wauzer, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Basset Hound, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Standard Wauzers usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Basset Hounds usually need at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Standard Wauzers have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

The Basset Hound has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Ideally, Standard Wauzer should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Basset Hound should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Pin Brush
Comb
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 25-30 pound (11 - 14 kg) Standard Wauzer feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 50-65 pound (23 - 29 kg) Basset Hound feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Standard Wauzer is somewhere $1.30 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Basset Hound is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Standard Wauzer is between $35 - $45. This makes an average of $420 - $540 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Basset Hound is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Standard Wauzers are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

The Basset Hound is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

Standard Wauzers are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Basset Hounds make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Standard Wauzers are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Basset Hounds are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Standard Wauzers are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Basset Hounds are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Standard Wauzers are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Basset Hounds are highly friendly around strangers.

Standard Wauzers are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Basset Hounds are not known for being a highly playful breed.

Standard Wauzers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Basset Hounds are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.